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- A Little PrincessAmanda and Dayelle revisit A Little Princess, the beloved childhood classic that made them believe in magic, resilience, and the power of kindness. Whether you grew up with Frances Hodgson Burnett’s timeless novel or the breathtaking 1995 film adaptation, this story is one that stays in your heart forever.Amanda and Dayelle discuss Sara Crewe’s journey from riches to rags and back again. Gushing over the stunning visuals of the movie, the way it captured the warmth and wonder of storytelling, and the iconic moment that had them both sobbing from the movie (you know the one).Grab some tissues and your inner child, because this one is going to hit you right in the feels AND in the end help you decide whether to Watch it or Read it… “Watch It Or Read It” is a registered trademark of Gotham West StudiosLLC. All rights reserved.40 min
- The Secret Garden
Amanda and Dayelle unlock The Secret Garden (AND a lot of tears)—this timeless classic has had several screen adaptations...From a Hallmark love story to a visually magical remake in 2020 starring Colin Firth as little Mary's uncle, to the iconic 1993 adaptation. (Which is both Amanda and Dayelle's favorite) So Watch it or Read it...or BOTH.
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48 min - The Chronicles of Narnia
Come with Amanda and Dayelle as they step through the wardrobe into the magical world of Narnia, with The Loin, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. Dayelle shares why she wasn’t super excited to revisit the book, while Amanda reveals why it might just be her all-time favorite. But both equally gush over the movie adaptation and their lust for Aslan. AND of course help YOU decide if you should Watch it or Read it...or both!
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48 min - New Year's Special
Happy New Year! Amanda and Dayelle decided to give everyone a little taste of behind the scenes of Watch it or Read it. They dive into upcoming book releases, books slated to be adapted to scene and so much more! Let’s see how many times they bring up Henry Cavill…AND ACOTAR fan casting OR mainly Dayelle hating on the current fan castings.
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1 hr 8 min - Little Women
Amanda and Dayelle are sharing their love for Louisa May Alcott's Little Women. From Katharine Hepburn’s iconic Jo to Greta Gerwig’s stunning adaptation, they’re diving into the book and its MANY versions. And are you: a Meg, a Jo, a Beth or an Amy? Whether you read the book now or in the middle of June should you Watch it or Read it? OR BOTH?
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1 hr 6 min - Christmas in Evergreen
Okay let’s set the scene…
- A Small Town (Evengreen)
- The Big-City Protagonist (A widowed doctor who has a daughter)
- The Charming Local (Allie-a young, beautiful town vet)
- The Conflict (Allie is leaving Evergreen, The doctor is passing through)
- The Festive Event (The Christmas Festival)
- Family and Friends (Mom & Dad-own the town diner)
- A Sprinkle of Magic (A Magic Snow Globe)
- The Montage (Sugar Cookie Decorating Party)
- The Climax (Allie is falling for the doctor…her BF shows up)
- The Happy Ending (Allie doesn’t move, the doctors stays in Evergreen)
Wrap that all up with a bow, You get a Hallmark Christmas Movie…OR in this case a book and a movie. That’s right Amanda and Dayelle fed their hunger for the perfect Christmas book, Christmas in Evergreen, written by Nancy Naigle. So did Hallmark deliver? Listen to find out if you should Watch it or Read it...OR BOTH.
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47 min - Miracle on 34th St
Amanda and Dayelle couldn't pass up the opportunity to talk about the timeless Christmas classic that makes you feel all kinds of warm and fuzzy inside, The book written by Valentine Davies, Miracle on 34th Street. Yupe its a book! The ladies are swooning over the heartfelt magic of the book, the nostalgic charm of the original film, and the cozy holiday vibes of the remake. Plus, don’t sleep on the radio special—it’s a hidden gem! So Watch it or Read it? (Not sure Amanda and Dayelle can pick for this one-they LOVE them all)
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44 min - It's a Wonderful Life
It’s beginning to look a lot like...The Greatest Gift! Amanda and Dayelle unwrap the story behind one of the most beloved Christmas movies of all time, It's a Wonderful Life. From George Bailey’s magical journey of hope and redemption to one of their favorite NAMED characters Clarence the Angel earning his wings. This might be the first book to screen adaptation where reading the book, watching the movie, listening to the book AND listening to the radio special is a...you'll have to listen to find out!
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39 min - Season 3 Trailer
Watch It or Read It Season three is almost here!
Amanda and Dayelle are back with brand new episodes coming out every Tuesday, beginning December 3rd.
Starting the season with your favorite holiday stories – It’s a Wonderful Life, Little Women, The Chronicles of Narnia, and more!
Join them as they dive deep into more classic books and their screen adaptations, helping you decide – Watch it or Read it? See you on December 3rd!
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1 min - A Discovery of Witches
Amanda and Dayelle are wrapping up their Season of Witches AND Season Two with the captivating book, A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness! Amanda loved the book—it’s incredible—but felt the series adaptation fell short especially with the casting. *COUGH*Diana's lack of showing any emotions*COUGH* While Dayelle agrees the book was incredible, she watched the series first so it's hard for her to hate on the casting. So, in the end—Watch it or Read it OR BOTH?!
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About Watch It or Read It
From the publisher's feed
Watch It Or Read It dives into book-to-film adaptations to help you decide: should you read the book, watch the movie, or both?
Hosts Amanda Johnson and Dayelle Watts, this podcast explores beloved and buzzworthy titles—from The Hunger Games to Little Women—and how they transform on screen. Each episode compares the book with its movie or TV adaptation, breaking down what’s changed, what worked, and what didn’t.
Expect thoughtful analysis on storytelling, character arcs, visual direction, and how adaptations reshape narratives. Whether you’re a reader, film fan, or pop culture junkie, Watch It Or Read It offers fresh insights and fun debates. New episodes every Tuesday.